Sparkwell All Saints Primary School was to open today to offer a glimpse of what's in store for parents, pupils and parishioners.

The new free school, due to officially open in September 2013, is inviting parents and children to learn more about the new school, its teaching methods and plans for community integration.

The freshly appointed head teacher, Colin Doctor, will be on hand to talk to parents and children about the new school, and the importance of preparing children for the future through education and community participation.

Debbie Baird, the parent project lead, said: "There has been much anticipation to see what the school will bring back to the community.

"As well as an innovative learning environment, the school will provide a central point for the community, a place for positivity and for relationships to grow.

"Sparkwell's modern and innovative teaching methods will not only prepare our children for the future, but will hopefully create well rounded, young individuals."

At the open day, which goes on until 9pm, members of the public will be invited to meet the team and learn more about how the school will combine teaching with technology.

They will also be shown how to enrol their children at the school and see how the school aims to teach the curriculum to encourage a lifelong desire to learn and improve.

The day will include a variety of interactive activities to keep people of all ages engaged ranging from an interactive ideas wall, to a children's play area and a school memory tree. The first phase of the new school is set to open its doors next September.